Famous American actor Willem Dafoe receives the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo

(Patria) - Famous American actor Willem Dafoe was awarded the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo tonight at Skenderija during the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) as recognition for his exceptional contribution to film art.

Before the ceremony, Dafoe walked the red carpet in front of the National Theatre in Sarajevo, where he signed autographs for the gathered audience.


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With more than 150 films in his career, Dafoe is an internationally recognized actor known for his versatility, courage, and willingness to take risks in some of the most significant films of our time.

His artistic curiosity and need to explore human nature lead him to projects around the world - from major Hollywood productions to independent films.

Dafoe also held a masterclass today, where he shared his experiences and thoughts on contemporary art with young talents, film professionals, and festival audiences.

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Dafoe on Sarajevo after 25 years: This is now a different city, I compare experiences

(Patria) - American actor Willem Dafoe (70) held a masterclass at the Bosnian Cultural Center as part of the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival. This is his return to Sarajevo after 25 years.

He has been nominated for an Oscar four times - as Best Actor for his role as Vincent van Gogh in the film "At Eternity's Gate" (and a Golden Globe nomination), and as Best Supporting Actor in Oliver Stone's "Platoon", E. Elias Merhige's "Shadow of the Vampire" (also nominated for Golden Globe and SAG), and Sean Baker's "The Florida Project" (also nominated for Golden Globe and SAG).


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He is a recipient of awards from the New York Film Critics Circle and the National Board of Review, and a two-time laureate of the Los Angeles Film Critics Association.

He has also won two Independent Spirit Awards, the Volpi Cup at the Venice Film Festival, and the Honorary Golden Bear at the Berlinale for lifetime achievement.

Recently, he also became the owner of the Iris Award from the Hellenic Film Academy for Best Actor in the film "Inside" by Vasilis Katsoupis.

Following the presentation of the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo, a screening of the film "Birthday" directed by Miguel Ángel Jiménez, in which Willem Dafoe stars, took place.